Frank J. Smith

The Judiciary Committee voted to approve legislation to reduce gun violence, including mass shootings, community violence, domestic violence, suicides and accidental shootings.

There will be changes for some of our most vulnerable individuals and families who are on Medicaid and SNAP benefits.

I am proud to have voted to pass a measure to fully fund school lunches for the rest of the academic year.

With the start of February means it's time to rejoice, reflect, and remember the pioneers who make Black History Month.

I wanted to make you aware of an upcoming outreach event to help residents access critical financial assistance from United Illuminating and Southern Connecticut Gas.

Great news! CareerConneCT is expanding its intake portal. The goal of CareerConneCT is to provide underemployed and unemployed Connecticut residents with resources and training necessary for the pursuit of a well-paying, high-quality career path. The program provides free job training, case management, supportive services, and employment assistance.

With many families in Connecticut facing added financial strain due to rising prices, the legislature went into special session earlier this week to provide some relief. A bipartisan bill passed by the General Assembly and signed into law by Governor Lamont extends the current suspension of the gasoline tax, provides additional funding for energy assistance programs, and continues premium pay for frontline workers.

Access Health CT's (AHCT) Open Enrollment Period will open on Tuesday, November 1. During this period, individuals can renew their coverage, explore the various policy options for the first time or see if they can save money.